Jatap - Shella Bholaganj, East Khasi Hills
Jatap is a village situated in the Shella Bholaganj subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shella Bholaganj and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jatap is 278860. The village falls under the 793112 pincode.
Jatap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Shella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jatap
As per Census 2011, Jatap village has a total population of 183 people, consisting of 90 males and 93 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jatap are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 90 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 85 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 71 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 19 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Jatap
Jatap is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jatap
Jatap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Jatap is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jatap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jatap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jatap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jatap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jatap
Where is Jatap located?
Jatap village is located in Shella Bholaganj Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jatap?
The pincode of Jatap is 793112.
What is the population of Jatap?
Jatap has a total population of 183, including 90 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Jatap?
There are 34 households in Jatap.
What is the literacy rate in Jatap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jatap is 80.87%. Male literacy is 78.89% and female literacy is 82.80%.